Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called Donald Trump to congratulate him on his nomination for the presidency and condemned the attempted assassination attempt on the Republican during the conversation.
This was announced on Thursday by the Turkish president's communications office, according to Yevropeiska Pravda.
In the conversation, Erdogan expressed his sadness over the attempted assassination of Trump and wished him a speedy recovery.
Describing the attempted assassination of the former US president as an attack on democracy, Erdogan said that Trump's brave stance after the horrific attack was admirable.
Erdogan also noted that Trump has demonstrated strong leadership with his reassuring messages of unity to reduce polarization and tension following the assassination attempt.
Author - Olena Madiak, 18/07/2024